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Sport Management

Bachelor of Science in Sport Management

At a Glance

Students in the Sport Management program have the opportunity to study in an action-oriented curriculum designed to meet the needs of the increasingly competitive sport industry. Faculty are committed to providing students with market-driven instruction seeking to holistically develop students with the knowledge bases, skills and competencies employers require.

Why should I choose UWG's Sport Management program?

The curriculum is designed to prepare students to make an immediate impact in managerial positions within the sport industry.

All faculty members have extensive backgrounds and experience in the sport industry and continually seek to foster strong ties between the academic program and sport-related employers.

The program is well networked within the growing sport industry in the greater Atlanta area.

Faculty and curriculum meet NASSM guidelines.

Numerous opportunities for extended learning are provided through the Sports Management Society, guest speakers, facility tours, and trips to conferences.

Are there any special opportunities available?

Students interact with practicing professionals through a unique Speaker Series and symposia addressing issues and trends in the field.

Experiential learning projects throughout the program provide a variety of field-based experiences.

A full-time internship allows students to apply concepts learned in the classes to real world organizational challenges and fosters networking with industry professionals.

Individual work with faculty members enables in-depth exploration of topics of interest.

Individual or group work with faculty members leads to conference and workshop presentations.

Internship and professional experiences are available on campus through the Campus Center and new Athletic complex.

What can I do after graduation, graduate school and job-wise?

Graduates of the program are well prepared to compete for entry-level managerial positions in:

Intercollegiate athletics

Professional sport organizations

Governing agencies

Golf courses

Health and fitness facilities

Sport marketing firms

Students are encouraged to pursue graduate education that provides additional professional experiences and opportunities to network. Recommended education options include:

M.S. in Sport Management

M.B.A. with an emphasis on Sport Management

J.D. (law degree)

What kind of student organizations, clubs or honorary societies can I join?

New Athletic Complex includes 9,000-seat football stadium, 750-seat soccer stadium, varsity softball field, two football practice fields, an administrative field house, and a women's sports field house